Assistant Controller

The Assistant Controller is a key member of the Accounting and Shared Services team partnering with the Controller and VP of Finance to ensure accurate financial reporting strong internal controls compliance and efficient accounting operations. This role leads close processes supports audits and technical accounting matters develops staff and drives process improvement and automation initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Reporting & Accounting Operations

• Lead monthly and annual close processes ensuring accurate and timely reporting across the organization.
• Review journal entries reconciliations and financial statements for accuracy and GAAP compliance.
• Analyze financial results investigate unusual variances and communicate key findings to leadership.
• Maintain general ledger integrity and oversee accounting for fixed assets leases accruals prepaids and intercompany transactions.
• Partner with Finance and operational leaders on budgeting forecasting and management reporting.

Compliance Controls & Audit

• Maintain and strengthen internal controls accounting policies and supporting documentation.
• Coordinate annual external audits and other compliance reviews including resolving requests and findings.
• Research and implement new accounting standards and reporting requirements.
• Support state and local tax filings registrations and related compliance activities.

Leadership Collaboration & Process Improvement

• Mentor and develop accounting staff and Project Cost Accountants providing technical guidance and training.
• Serve as an escalation point for complex accounting questions and close-related issues.
• Promote consistent accounting practices documentation and knowledge sharing across KPFFs decentralized organization.
• Partner across Accounting Finance Payroll Benefits and Data on shared priorities and organizational initiatives.
• Lead improvements to accounting processes systems automation and data quality.

Qualifications :

Required Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Accounting Finance or related field.
• Typically 10 years of progressive accounting experience.
• Prior experience as an Assistant Controller Accounting Director or in a similarly broad accounting leadership role.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and financial reporting.
• Proficiency with Excel ERP/accounting systems and reporting tools.
• Strong analytical communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Experience in a multi-entity or multi-location environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• CPA
• Experience in the Architecture Engineering and Construction (AEC) industry.
• Experience with process automation and continuous improvement initiatives.

Additional Information :

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

• Duties are typically performed in a normal office environment while sitting at a desk.
• Ability to actively engage with a computer for several hours per day and communicate over the telephone or virtual meeting platforms.
• May occasionally need to lift items up to 15 lbs.
• Work in downtown Seattle office 5 days/week with flexible work hours between 7 am and 5 pm

Culture and Benefits:

At KPFF were not just coworkers; were a vibrant community fueled by collaborative creativity offering you the stage to leave a lasting mark through:

• Impact: Your work elevates the employee experience and ensures scalable compliant operations.
• Autonomy Support: Enjoy independence within a stable environment and collaborative team.
• Growth: Experience learning opportunities and the freedom to engineer better processes and solutions.
• Community: Be part of a purposedriven firm that invests in people and the communities we serve.

Benefits:

We are passionate about supporting our employees through flexible and comprehensive Benefits:

• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer contribution 
• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contribution
• Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Life insurance
• KPFF Paid Family Leave 
• Short-term and Long-term disability insurance
• Paid Holidays (including two Floating Holidays)
• Paid Time Off (vacation sick jury duty)
• Subsidized ORCA bus/transit pass

Compensation:

The base salary for this role is competitive and will be determined based on the candidates experience education and skills. The expected range for a qualified candidate with at least 10 years of experience is $125000 $140000. Additionally we offer performance-based bonuses to recognize and reward outstanding contributions in each Reporting Center. During the interview process well address any questions you may have about the overall compensation package and benefits.

Work Authorization

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship now or in the future.

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KPFF Consulting Engineers participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

KPFF Consulting Engineers is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race color creed ethnicity national origin religion marital status sex/gender (including sexual orientation or gender identity) pregnancy veteran status citizenship status physical or mental disability or any other protected basis.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time